Bharat Ratna for Thakur

Former Bihar CM Karpoori Thakur has been posthumously awarded the Bharat Ratna over three decades after his death in 1988. There can be no objection to this since PM Narendra Modi praised him in his article published in various newspapers, providing reasons for this unusual decision. According to him, Thakur was a Jan Nayak who relentlessly pursued social justice and led a simple and humble life. However, such an endorsement was most likely not made earlier. So, why make it now and also award the Bharat Ratna so long after he has been largely forgotten, especially just before the General Election?

O Prasada Rao, Hyderabad

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Political motive

The decision to posthumously award the Bharat Ratna to late Bihar CM Karpoori Thakur appears to be influenced by political considerations. The lack of any recent recognition or mention of Thakur in the past decade raises eyebrows. The sudden bestowing of the country’s highest civilian award on him, particularly at a time when the BJP faces challenges on the OBC front in the wake of the Bihar caste census, suggests a potential political motive.

Bhartendu Sood, Chandigarh

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Free from inequality, injustice

Refer to ‘Ram temple’; the consecration of the Ram Lalla idol instils new hope that our Constitution, which embodies the principles of good governance, will be implemented in both letter and spirit. Mahatma Gandhi envisioned a Ram Rajya free from inequality, injustice and intolerance, and the framers of our Constitution drew inspiration from this vision. In essence, we are already governed by the constitutional principles envisaged by Gandhi. Let us hope for the best, with the expectation that the rule of law and justice will prevail in the country.

Faqir Singh, Dasuya

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Will help save money

Apropos of ‘Solar scheme’; it is a commendable and prudent initiative by the government to launch the Pradhan Mantri Suryodaya Yojana for residential power consumers. This initiative will serve to regulate the optimal utilisation of solar energy and offers relief to residential consumers by generating monetary savings on their already rising electricity bills. With the growing population and increasing needs, this scheme holds the potential to benefit a myriad of people. Amid the challenges of global warming and the diminishing availability of resources, irrespective of societal class, such initiatives become crucial. However, for the implementation of the solar scheme to be highly effective, it is essential that it is offered at subsidised rates to consumers.

Rupinder Kaur, Ambala Cantt

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Rahul remains undeterred

Rahul Gandhi’s Bharat Jodo Nyay Yatra has entered its second week. With the intention of marching across the country to spread the message of the rule of law, justice, love, harmony, unity and goodwill, he is encountering obstacles at every step. The strategy of restricting access to temples and universities is a scare tactic, but Rahul remains undeterred. This fearless attitude has become disconcerting for his opponents, who are wary of the resurgence of the messages of secularism, brotherhood and peace among the people of India. Consequently, hurdles are being erected against Rahul at every juncture. Signs indicate that he may encounter more challenges during this yatra, and it remains to be seen how well he manages to navigate them.

Karan Singh, Chennai

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Immigration cap

Refer to ‘Canada cap’; the unaffordable housing crisis, lack of job opportunities and election concerns have prompted the Canadian government to cap immigration. While this move may benefit the Indian government, saving foreign exchange, and students, preserving their parents’ hard-earned money, it places the onus on the Centre and state governments, particularly in Punjab, to create job opportunities and enhance education facilities. Citizens should redirect their queries to leaders seeking votes in the General Elections, urging them to address issues such as unemployment, price rise and inadequate health facilities instead of creating religious and caste divisions.

Wg Cdr JS Minhas (retd), Mohali

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